Quality Assurance Specialist II

About the role

The QA Specialist II performs the day-to-day activities of the QA department to ensure drug substances manufactured by Bachem comply with FDA and international regulatory requirements for research, pre-clinical, clinical, and commercial purposes. Individuals in this position review and process assigned GMP documents, provide cGMP guidance to other departments, and provide support to customer and regulatory audits.

Responsibilities

• Performs production room, dispensary and shipment clearance verifications, as required
• Revises established standard operating procedures (SOPs) as well as other GMP documents (e.g. stability protocols, raw material specifications, EM trend reports) as assigned
• Manages GMP documentation and their workflows as required by the department
• Verify scans of BPRs, chromatograms, etc. for accuracy and ensure documents are boxed, labeled correctly for archiving
• Cook up and approve quality events
• Train new hires
• Support regulatory, customer, and internal audits
• Drive continuous improvements and represent QA in process improvement project teams
• Implement and maintain Quality Management System
• Scan, verify and archive GMP records (internal and external)
• Review and/or approve monitoring / trending data
• Represent QA in project teams (e.g. – harmonization of systems / processes across Bachem sites, implementation of new systems / processes)

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in organic chemistry or related field required or Master's Degree in organic chemistry or related field preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a GMP / Manufacturing setting required or Associate's Degree in Science or related field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in the GMP/Manufacturing setting required
• 3-5 years experience in Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control required and 3-5 years experience in internal auditing as well as working with regulatory agencies required and 3-5 years experience working in ISO 7 and ISO 8 control environment and support real time batch record review required
• Ability to review scans of BPRs and chromatograms with high accuracy
• Knowledge of cGMP and FDA regulations and guidance(s).
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
• Knowledge of GxP
• Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues.
• Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time
• Communicate effectively and ability to function well in a team environment
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Certified Quality Process Analyst - ASQ Preferred or CQA Preferred or CQE certification desired Preferred

Benefits

Base Annual Salary Range: $77,308.00-$96,635.00
Total Rewards: We offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees’ environmental awareness. EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Gold Medal status in their assessment of Bachem.

Pay

Base Annual Salary Range: $77,308.00-$96,635.00

Schedule

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